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Dublin , Ireland - 25 February 2022; Dave Kearney of Leinster is tackled by Jordan Hendrikse and PJ Steenkamp of Emirates Lions during the United Rugby Championship match between Leinster and Emirates Lions at RDS Arena in Dublin. (Photo By Harry Murphy/Sportsfile via Getty Images)

Lions coach: Hendrikse will learn to tackle in sevens

Coach Ricardo Loubscher has backed Jordan Hendrikse to return to the Lions from his time with the Blitzboks a more all-round player.

Watch: Flying Fijians go coast to coast

Vinaya Habosi beat four defenders to set up Kalaveti Ravouvou for this terrific touchdown in Saturday’s pulsating Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Fijian Drua and Chiefs.

Cheslin corralled as Lyon claim cup glory

A last-gasp try from Cheslin Kolbe was too late to swing momentum Toulon’s way as Lyon overpowered their French rivals to clinch their first European title on Friday night.

Bulls comeback takes shine off De Klerk hat-trick

The Pumas saw red and the Vodacom Bulls responded with 19 unanswered points in the second half to complete a thrilling comeback in a Currie Cup match at Loftus Versfeld on Friday night.

Blitzboks: Argentina opener is crucial

Certain things used to be a given for the Blitzboks, such as laying the foundation in the first match of a World Sevens Series tournament, and coach Neil Powell is hoping for a return to these staples in London on Saturday.

Lions cash in on URC stars for WP duel

Sanele Nohamba is set for his first start for the Lions alongside a host of Vodacom United Rugby Championship performers in Saturday’s Currie Cup tussle against Western Province at Ellis Park.

‘Desperate’ Cheetahs switch things up

Hawies Fourie has made two changes to the Free State Cheetahs starting XV for Saturday’s Currie Cup clash against Griquas in Kimberley.

Willie’s ‘nice touches’ land Stormers deal

Coach John Dobson is delighted to bolster the Stormers squad with another high-impact acquisition for next season.

Delight for SA’s dynamic midfield duo

Two South African midfield veterans, playing for two different teams on two different days in the heart of Welsh regional rugby, took their teams one step closer to the Vodacom United Rugby Championship’s big playoff dance, scheduled for 18 June.